Gorgeous shelf appeal. Rich emerald‑green cloth, ornate black paneling, and bright gilt titles topped with a four‑leaf‑clover vignette make this a striking late‑Victorian display piece.
Scarce Scandinavian printing. Danish translations of Laboulaye’s moral tales rarely surface outside Europe—perfect for fairy‑tale, folklore, or world‑literature collectors.
Compact “gift‑book” size. Ideal for stacking on a coffee‑table or tucking into a curio cabinet without hogging space.
Solid survivor. Tight binding and complete text mean you can actually read it, not just admire the cover.
| Field | Info |
|---|---|
| Author | Édouard René de Laboulaye (1811‑1883) |
| Title | Abdallah eller Firkløveret (“Abdallah or the Four‑Leaf Clover”) |
| Language | Danish (translated from French) |
| Publisher / Date | Undated; Copenhagen, circa 1880–1890 |
| Format | Small 8vo — ~6.6 in H × 5.2 in W × 1 in D (measure to verify) |
| Binding | Original green cloth, bevel‑edged boards, black stamped borders, gilt spine & cover design, red‑stained page edges |
| Pagination | vi + 183 pp. (complete; see photos) |
Cloth shows mild corner bumps, light shelf rub, tiny spine‑tip frays.
Gilt titles remain vivid.
Binding sound; hinges secure; pages turn easily.
Uniform age spotting/foxing throughout (common for the era).
No writing, tears, or loose leaves.
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Ships USPS Media Mail in the USA (Priority upgrade available).
Wrapped in archival tissue, bubble‑cushioned, boxed with corner protection.
Mailed within one business day; combined shipping on multiple purchases.
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